Delicious Miso Vegetable Summer Soup Recipe for Refreshing Meals
This Miso Vegetable Summer Soup is a light and refreshing dish that captures the essence of summer with vibrant vegetables and rich umami flavors. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal, it brings family and friends together around the table.
- Author: Crumella
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons miso paste (white or yellow miso)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, grated
- 2 medium carrots, thinly sliced
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 bell pepper (red or yellow), chopped
- 1 cup snap peas, trimmed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup baby spinach or kale
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (optional, for additional seasoning)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (optional, for brightness)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh herbs (such as cilantro or basil), for garnish (optional)
- In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil over medium heat for about 1 minute until it shimmers slightly.
- Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it becomes translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the sliced carrots and chopped bell pepper to the pot, cooking for 4-5 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Pour in the 4 cups of vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and add the zucchini, snap peas, and corn. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until all the vegetables are tender but still have a nice crunch.
- In a small bowl, mix the 2 tablespoons of miso paste with a ladle of hot broth from the pot, whisking until smooth.
- Stir the miso mixture back into the pot, along with the optional soy sauce and rice vinegar. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper as needed.
- Finally, stir in the baby spinach or kale, cooking for just 1-2 minutes until wilted. Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions and fresh herbs, if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Don't skip the miso; always mix it with a bit of hot broth first to avoid clumps. Use a heavy-bottomed pot for even heat distribution, and consider adding fresh herbs for extra flavor.